We are looking for an experienced and detail-focused Controller to join our team in Fremont, California. This role is ideal for a finance expert with a strong background in accounting principles, financial regulations, and leadership skills, particularly within the construction industry. The Controller will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and contributing to strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements and reports in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Manage accounting processes such as percentage-of-completion revenue recognition and standard costing procedures.
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of accounting systems, including Trimble Viewpoint Spectrum, Vista, and FileMaker Pro.
• Develop and mentor team members, fostering growth and building a collaborative work environment.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements, including US GAAP standards.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including clients, employees, and management to support organizational goals.
• Analyze financial data to identify errors, implement solutions, and optimize processes.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership based on financial analyses.
• Monitor and manage organizational budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Drive organizational planning and decision-making through strategic financial insights.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience, including 3-5 years in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and US GAAP standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, as well as accounting software like Trimble Viewpoint Spectrum and FileMaker Pro.
• Proven leadership abilities, including mentoring team members and influencing strategic direction.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with diverse stakeholders and build collaborative relationships.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and solve problems using critical thinking.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to manage priorities and drive work activities effectively.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to convey financial insights and strategies clearly.

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